J&K question from Naib Tehsildar exam, 2018 by JKSSB
It is printed register with Patwari, separately maintained for each village consisting of normally 100 leaves. Each leaf has a foil and counterfoil and is duly numbered. The title page depicts the name of village, Tehsil, District and date of issue etc. What is being referred here?
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option D —
Mutation Register
In the revenue system of Jammu and Kashmir, the Mutation Register (also known as the Register Intiqalat) is a vital document used to record changes in land ownership, title, or tenancy.
Key Features of the Mutation Register:
Structure: It is a printed register containing 100 leaves. Each leaf consists of two parts: a foil (which is eventually detached and sent to the Tehsil office) and a counterfoil (which remains in the register with the Patwari).
Purpose: Whenever land is sold, inherited, or gifted, a "Mutation" (Intiqal) is entered here. This entry serves as a temporary record until it is verified by a Revenue Officer (usually a Tehsildar or Naib-Tehsildar) and subsequently incorporated into the Jamabandi (Record of Rights).
Identification: As described, the title page contains the administrative details like the name of the Village, Tehsil, and District to ensure clear record-keeping.
Comparison of the Options:
Mutation Register: The specific 100-leaf register with foils/counterfoils for recording changes in land titles.
Parat-Sarkar: This refers to the Government copy of a revenue record (like a Mutation or Jamabandi) which is kept in the District Record Room.
Parat-Patwar: This refers to the Patwari's copy of the same record, which he keeps for field reference.
Registrar Booklet: A more general term that doesn't specifically define the technical 100-leaf structure used for mutations in J&K land records.
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